Florida's Immigration Law Sparks Widespread Protests and Business Closures

Opponents of a new Florida law that imposes restrictions on undocumented immigrants held a "day without immigrants" protest, with workers not showing up at construction sites and tomato fields, and many small businesses closing their doors. The law expands requirements for businesses to use E-Verify and limits social services for immigrants lacking permanent legal status. Critics say the law is intended to marginalize immigrant communities and dissuade immigrants from seeking medical care. Civil rights groups have issued travel advisories for Florida, and the governor's office says the law targets illegal immigration, not those who are in the U.S. legally.